The speculation about The Game Awards has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
